30th December 2009

What To Look For In Gym Bags

Gym and Fitness Bags - How To Find The Best Gym BagIt’s that time of year again. Time for New Year’s Resolutions and among the most popular every year including 2010 is lose weight and/or get fit. If that’s your 2010 New Year’s Resolution, read on.

Whether you plan to join a gym, go to the gym more often, use your on-site workout center, participate in a sport, take up yoga, or walk/jog during your lunch hour, you’ll certainly be needing a good gym bag to carry your clothes, shoes, water bottle, and other necessities in. Don’t settle for that old duffel that’s been balled up in the back of your closet for years. Start off the new year right with a new gym bag.

Don’t think you can afford a new gym bag? Believe it or not, there are plenty of affordable gym bags out there and many are far from your average boring duffel bag. In fact, gym bags come in a variety of shapes. There are gym totes that come in great colors and designs, gym sacks that are basically drawstring backpacks perfect for when you only need to carry shoes or a few items, and specialized bags like yoga bags or water bottle holders designed for specific fitness equipment.

What should you look for when shopping for fitness bags and sports bags?

  • Quality construction - if you’re rough on your bags, look for something with solid seams and a durable fabric.
  • Size - size matters. If you plan to stuff your bag in a locker, look for a smaller gym bag or, even better, a locker bag designed to fit in a standard locker.
  • Organization - do you need pockets for necessities like wallet, keys, and makeup or can you get away with a bag with one large compartment?
  • Reviews - read customer reviews to get a sense of what other users think of the bag once they’ve received it and used it.
  • A solid return policy - in the unlikely event that you don’t like the bag once you receive it, make sure you can return it. Sites like eBags.com, for instance, offer free returns.

Check out some of our favorite fitness bags below that will help you on your way to that weight loss/fitness goal.


Reebok R-Series Small Duffel - Gym Bag
Reebok R-Series Small Duffel

BVT Products Cruising Caddy - Water Bottle Holder
BVT Products Cruising Caddy

Nike Brasilia IV XS Duffel - Gym Bag
Nike Brasilia IV XS Duffel

 


STM Bags Breathe Mat Bag - Yoga Bag
STM Bags Breathe Mat Bag

adidas Prima Tote - Fitness Tote
adidas Prima Tote


OGIO Locker Bag - Gym Bag
OGIO Locker Bag

 


Concept One Backsack Pittsburgh Steelers - Gym Sack
Concept One Backsack Pittsburgh Steelers

Baekgaard Gym Bag
Baekgaard Gym Bag


High Sierra A.T. Gear Water Bottle Sport Duffel  - Fitness Bag
High Sierra A.T. Gear Water Bottle Sport Duffel

 

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2nd October 2009

Don’t Wait Until The New Year To Get In Shape

Fila The Decider Medium Duffle Think you need to make a New Years resolution to get in shape? Well, if you don’t wait until then, you may not have to. Now is a great time to start working out. Why? Well, for one, the weather is cooler so if you workout or play sports outside, you won’t get so hot. Secondly, if you’re thinking about walking or jogging, now is the time of year when being outdoors is beautiful. You can see the leaves changing. Finally, autumn is a great time to get in shape because when the holidays come, you won’t feel as guilty eating that extra cookie or slice of pie.

Burton Grip Bag Whether you’re into yoga, aerobics, weightlifting, running, or sports, you’ll want to find a sports bag that fits all of your gear. For working out at a gym, gym bags are the best choice. They’re versatile enough to hold your water bottle, clothes, shoes, and anything else you need. Gym sacks are also a popular choice. These drawstring backpacks are perfect for holding just a few necessities. Gym sacks are also perfect for storing your shoes when you put them in a larger gym bag so they don’t damage the other bag contents. Yoga bags are ideal for yoga as they are designed to carry your mat. Other bags you’ll want to consider include hydration packs, fanny packs, ball bags, and racquet bags.

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9th April 2009

Bags Make Wonderful Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother’s Day this year is coming up fast. Avoid the headaches of last minute Mother’s Day gifts by thinking ahead. And if your mom is the active type - whether she’s into the outdoors, exercising, or a specific sport - below are some great duffles and sports bags that make thoughtful and unique gifts.

Yoga Bags

LeSportsac Lotus
LeSportsac Lotus
Sherpani Flora Major
Sherpani Flora Major
T:KUU Obi Yoga Bag
T:KUU Obi Yoga Bag
Crescent Moon Leather Metro Mat Bag
Crescent Moon Metro Mat Bag
 
See all Yoga Bags

Gym Bags

Puma Fitness Workout Bag
Puma Fitness Workout Bag
Columbia Casey Camp Tote
Columbia Casey Camp Tote
Nike Brasilia IV XS Duffel
Nike Brasilia IV XS Duffel
31 Corn Lane Quilted Gym Duffle
31 Corn Lane Quilted Gym Duffle
 
See all Gym Bags

Hiking Backpacks

Mountainsmith Scarlet Recycled
Mountainsmith Scarlet Recycled
Kelty Arch 65 - W
Kelty Arch 65 - W
Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro ND 25 Z
Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro ND 25 Z
Gregory Jade 35 Med
Gregory Jade 35 Med
 
See all Hiking Backpacks

Sports Bags

TaylorMade Diablo ST Stand Bag
Golf Bags
Detours City Handlebar Bag
Bicycle Bags
Under Armour Alley Tennis Bag
Racquet Bags
Littlearth Fanatics Purse New York Yankees
Sports Handbags
 
See all Sports Bags
 

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10th March 2009

Puma Bags - Great For The Gym and Beyond

You may know Puma bags for sports or fitness, but did you know they also make sporty handbags and messenger bags? That’s right. Now you can not only carry a stylish and functional gym bag, but you can also take that look with you throughout the day or even at work or school. Just check out some of these bags below available at eBags.com.

Puma Kick Shopper
Kick Shopper
Puma Originals Reporter Bag
Originals Reporter Bag
Puma Duchess Hobo
Duchess Hobo
Puma Big Cat Shoulder Bag
Big Cat Shoulder Bag
 

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23rd February 2009

Cute Burton Duffle Bag

Burton Minikin DuffleIf you’re looking for a colorful and cute gym bag, look no further than this duffle bag from Burton. The Burton Minikin Duffle has green, gray, blue, and magenta panels and comes with four interior open pockets, 1 interior zippered pocket, and side pockets with velcro.

If yoga is your thing, get the same look of the Minikin with the Burton Grip Bag. This yoga bag also features a variety of interior and exterior pockets plus room for your yoga mat.

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1st January 2009

A Healthy Resolution

OK. So you did it again. You made a resolution to get healthy this year. Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle, or just get in shape, you may find yourself lugging all kinds of gear to the gym now - MP3 player, water bottle, towel, change of clothes, toiletries, etc. Don’t carry all of that in an old duffel or tote. Why not start the year off right with a new gym bag or gym tote. Check out some great options below.
Nike Brasilia IV Small Duffel
Nike
Brasilia IV S
Sherpani Meta 08
Sherpani
Meta 08
OGIO Rage
OGIO
Rage
Under Armour Momentum Tote
Under Armour
Momentum
 
Columbia Althea X Tote Large
Columbia
Althea X Tote
CalPak Hollywood 22 Duffle
CalPak
Hollywood 22″
31 Corn Lane Quilted Gym Duffle
31 Corn Lane
Quilted Duffle
The North Face Trans-Antarctica Base Camp Duffle
The North Face
Trans-Antarctica Duffle
 

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14th December 2008

Last Minute Sports Bags & Duffels Gifts

For last-minute shoppers, it’s not too late to order sports bags and duffles from eBags.com in time for Christmas (with ground shipping). Whether someone on your list wants a gym bag, golf bag, travel duffle bag, or yoga mat bag, make sure you stop by to see the myriad of options available.

Please note that ground shipping for Christmas is only available until Monday December 15, 2008

Nike Heritage Print Club Bag
Gym Bags
Callaway Golf Hybrid Golf Travel Bag
Golf Bags
ATV Logic Deluxe ATV Bag
ATV Bags
Fossil Mason Leather Duffle
Leather Duffles
 
Crescent Moon Santa Monica Yoga Bag
Yoga Bags
eBags Mother Lode eTech 29 Travel Duffle
Travel Duffel Bags
Littlearth NFL Pittsburgh Steelers Purse
Littlearth NFL and MLB Purses
Reebok RBK 44 Wheeled Goalie Hockey Bag
Hockey Bags
 

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2nd December 2008

Gym Bags Can Be Great Gifts

Gym bags can make wonderful gifts. For the exercise enthusiast, a stylish bag is a fashionable accessory. For someone with exercise and sports equipment on their wish list, a new sports bag is a thoughtful gift. And if you are making a fitness New Years resolution, a gym bag makes a great gift for yourself. There are plenty of affordable options out there. Just check out some below available at eBags.com.
Nike Escape Tote
Nike
$20.00
Reebok Hockey RBK Carry Bag
Reebok
$42.00
Adidas Rendezvous Tote
Adidas
$30.00
Burton Alana Duffel
Burton
$59.95
 
OGIO Half Dome
OGIO
$19.99
Columbia Rincon Tote
Columbia
$34.99
STM Bags Breathe Bag Mat
STM Bags
$35.00
31 Corn Lane Quilted Gym Duffle
31 Corn Lane
$34.99

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15th October 2008

Bargain Gym Bags

The economy is at the forefront of everyone’s mind. So you might think that shopping for anything such as gym bags is a bad idea. However, this may actually be one of the best times. Now is when you’ll find the best closeouts, bargain prices, and gym bag sales. So if your current bag looks like it’s seen better times, check out some of these hot deals:
adidas Diablo Medium Duffel Gym Bag
adidas
$20.00
OGIO 35 Liter Closeout Gym Bag
OGIO
$24.99
Nike Varsity Gymsack
Nike
$18.00
Skyway Sigma 2 Gym Bag
Skyway
$24.99

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21st July 2008

Off To College with Duffels

Heading off to college (or back to college as the case may be)? Well, among other things you’ll need including laptop bags, backpacks, pens, notebooks, and textbooks, consider getting a new duffle bag. Duffels have many uses while you’re in college including as gym bags, team sports bags, weekenders, and even luggage.

Nike Brasilia College Duffel Bag Planning on working out between classes? A gym duffel bag is perfect for toting your shoes, clothes, towel, and water bottle with you to the gym or campus recreation center.
Under Armour College Team Duffle Bag If you play college sports whether on the school team or Intramural, you might find yourself in need of a sports sports team duffel to carry all your gear to and from games and practice.
Burton Womens College Weekender Duffel Whether you live in the dorms or in an apartment, if you travel home on the weekends or like to go on weekend road trips, a weekender duffle bag will come in handy. These bags are the perfect size for taking only what you need for a few days without being bulky like luggage.
eBags Mother Lode Mini Duffle Finally, if you travel home for vacations such as the holidays, Spring Break, or over the summer, travel duffels are perfect as luggage. Not only do some of them meet airline carry-on size requirements like the eBags Mother Lode Mini, but quite a few styles come with wheels for easy maneuvering.

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